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Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Pontyclun
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Pontyclun among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 15 km
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Live departures
Cardiff to Pontyclun train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Pontyclun trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:54 Cardiff | 0h14 | 11:08 Pontyclun | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:51 Cardiff | 0h14 | 19:05 Pontyclun | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Pontyclun
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Pontyclun run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 12m.
Distance 15 km |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 5:35 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff to Pontyclun trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff and Pontyclun from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff to Pontyclun train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Pontyclun by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pontyclun, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Pontyclun
Most Cardiff to Pontyclun trains use the Cardiff Central to Pontyclun station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Pontyclun train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Waun-gron Park from Cardiff city centre
Waun-gron Park is 3 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Waun-gron Park train station facilities and services
Waun-gron Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Waun-gron Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Waun-gron Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Waun-gron Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Waun-gron Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Radyr) and Platform 2 (to Cardiff) from Waungron Road via ramps with handrails and a steep gradient. Access between the platforms is via the ramps and beneath the railway bridge on Waungron Road, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Pontyclun station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Pontyclun from Pontyclun city centre
Pontyclun train station facilities and services
Pontyclun has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pontyclun.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pontyclun: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Pontyclun: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pontyclun: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) from the station car park. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Swansea) from Station Terrace. Access between the platforms is via a footbridge with steps or a long detour via Station Terrace and Station Approach, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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